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The pairing of Chris’ vulnerability with Cindy’s crustiness evoke aspects of the intergenerational relationship in Samuel D. Hunter’s “Little Bear Ridge Road,” though “Eat Me” lacks Hunter’s psychological acuity and sustained dramatic focus.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

By scaling down the quantities, the crust became a smidge thinner for increased crustiness.

From Salon • Dec. 12, 2021

The crustiness comes from having a broiling panful of water – or a few ice cubes – in the bottom of the oven to steam the loaf while it cooks.

From The Guardian • Apr. 12, 2020

He frequently deploys his one-liners with such a straight face, with such characteristic crustiness, that it takes a while for his audience to catch on.

From New York Times • Mar. 14, 2020

"In him," said Lady Mabel, "crustiness is the natural condition, and betokens health."

From The Actress in High Life An Episode in Winter Quarters by Bowen, Sue Petigru